 Samana : Profile
The Samana Peninsula extends almost 30 miles out from the north coast of the Dominican Republic. Santa Bárbara de Samaná (usually called Samana) lies on the southern side overlooking the large bay of Bahia de Samana. This town has an unusual history. It was settled by two shiploads of freed American slaves around 1824 and, to this day, many residents speak English as a first language.
See Dominican Republic - Current Entry Procedures regarding fees which may be asked for at this port.
On arrival, contact the Dockmaster. Martin (tel. +1 809 820 9508) speaks English and Spanish and is most helpful.
Finding the Comandante from the Comandancia to deal with the necessary paperwork can be time consuming. He can be a bit elusive.
Last updated January 2010.
The bay here is sheltered and provides a good anchorage, although there is a charge. There are some mooring buoys which may be available for a small charge.
A new, full service marina opened here in 2010, 4nm west of the town of Samana. It has a deep entrance channel with inside depths ranging from 9 - 15 ft.
Be sure to lock your dinghy and outboard to the boat at all times. There have been several reported cases of theft in Samana.
Apart from the wonderful beaches, the principle attraction is the incredible sight of hundreds of humpback whales, which during January to March, gather in the bay to mate and nurse their young.
Last updated April 2010.
Puerto Bahia Samana Marina
Samana, Dominican Republic, (1 NM outside Samana Bay)
Tel:+ 1 (809) 503-6363, VHF Channel 16 - Staff speak English
marina@puertobahiasamana.com
Located 19°11'670''N 069°21'158''W
Full service marina for boats up to 150 LOA, max. draft 10ft. Electric 100 amp single and 3 phase. Customs and Immigration. 24-hr security, fuel dock, free internet, mini-market, showers, laundry, chandlery, restaurants and bars, pools, car hire, rubbish collection.
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